NATIONAL TALK BLACK – 07/10/2024
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Lachlan Clark, Director of the Southern Region at the Office of Sport, talking about the South East mob taking first steps to a career in surfing. First Nations surfers from the South East took the first steps to becoming accredited surf coaches at Pambula Beach today. In partnership with the NSW Office of Sport and Surfing with the Mob, Surfing NSW delivered the training to 10 local First Nations surfers, providing them with the skills and knowledge to become accredited surf coaches. Participants included a mix of adults and students, with the adults completing the Foundation Surf Coaching Course while the students undertook the Surf Coach Essentials Course. As part of the Program all participants completed a fitness test comprising a run, swim, run, paddle and run as well as a 200m swim that they were required to finish in less than five minutes. The Program also included participants learning first aid and surf rescue training. To support Surfing with the Mob to deliver future programs to First Nations surfers in the region, the Office of Sport provided a number of new surfboards, wetsuits and a Surfing with the Mob branded trailer.
Corey Tutt, Founder of Deadly Science and Victoria’s Telstra Best of Business Awards, Indigenous Excellency Category winner, talking about his Telstra Best of Business Awards win. These awards acknowledge businesses that contribute to our nation’s economic, social and cultural growth. DeadlyScience is an education organisation focused on providing STEM learning and resources to regional and remote schools to support the inclusion of Indigenous secondary students. With online and face-to-face learning options, DeadlyScience works with more than 1,700 schools and community organisations across Australia.
Maxine Woods, Club Manager at PCYC Mackay, talking about ‘Awakening Spirits’ – A Journey of Storytelling through Performance. A vibrant showcase of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures, brought to you by PCYC’s First Nations Program CAID (Cultural Arts In Dance). Storytelling is a significant part of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Cultures, through physical, spiritual, verbal & written forms, and Traditional practices. ‘Awakening Spirits’ takes us on a journey of self-discovery, cultural identity, connection to Country, empowerment and reconciliation. Awakening Spirits is part of PCYC’s First Nations Program CAID (Cultural Arts In Dance) delivered in select schools throughout Mackay and Surrounding Districts. It showcases the participants artistic and creative streak turning them into performers and the next generation of storytellers. Happening on the 17th of October at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre, check out the link below for more info!
https://www.pcyc.org.au/…/pcyc-mackay-awakening-spirits
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